1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Stola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Stola would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 695 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Stola | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
